Exploring Adaptations (Grades 3-5)

Desert plants and animals display a fascinating variety of adaptations that help them thrive here. Examine desert plants’ structures to reveal how they deal with the temperature extremes and aridity of this environment. Then meet some live desert animals and identify their secrets to success as desert dwellers.

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Introduction - includes the following:

• To the Teacher
• Class Objectives
• Arizona Academic Standards Correlation
• Resources
• Vocabulary

Pre-Program Activities

• Adaptations Introduction
• Animal Olympics

Post-Program Activities

• Animal Adaptations to the Desert
• Natural Selection